G9 business networking group - about us
Why join G9?
On this page you can found out more
about G9 and why you should consider joining the
most effective word-of-mouth marketing network in
Hertfordshire. Just click on a topic link below or
scroll down the page.
Background
When and where do we meet?
Does the meeting follow a regular format?
What are the membership rules?
Can I see G9 in operation?
Is there an annual fee?
Background
G9 was formed in January 2005 and
has grown quickly to become a highly successful
business networking group. We
welcome business people from all over Hertfordshire
and Bedfordshire.
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When and where
do we meet?
G9 meets meets twice a month on a
Friday morning at the
Novotel, Stevenage, Herts. The meeting
officially starts at 06.45 and is normally finished
by 08.00. Members start arriving from 06.30 for
coffee and the opportunity to network with other
members and visitors.
Breakfast is served in the
restaurant after the main part of the meeting has
finished. This offers an excellent opportunity to
network with the members and guests and means that
the meeting is not distracted with people serving
food or the constant clanking of cutlery.
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Does the meeting follow a regular format?
Every meeting is attended by a
deliberate mix of
members and guests, so as a member you will
always have an opportunity to meet someone new.
We try to restrict the numbers at
each meeting to between 30 and 35 people. This
ensures that the meeting is lively and gives ample
time for members and guests to promote their products
and services. We allow time for questions, which
makes for a lively and interactive session.
The format has proven to work and
ensures the most productive use of the available
time. The focus is on networking.
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What are
the membership rules?
Only one person from each profession
or business classification is permitted to join.
Members must represent their primary occupation, not
a part-time business. Check the members page to see
if there is a potential conflict.
You have to attend at least three
meetings as a guest before you can apply to join the
group. We also have different levels of membership
depending upon your ability to attend meetings and
whether you are a member of another networking
group.
We expect a 75% attendance rate over
a four month period. There is no requirement to send
a substitute. Members are encouraged to bring
guests.
Our aim is to develop high quality
business referrals for members but we do not go
through a weekly farce of passing slips of paper
around. By selecting our members carefully we ensure
that we have a professional and supportive
environment which leads to profitable business for
all.
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Can I see G9 in operation?
You can attend three meetings as a
guest to see G9 in operation, meet the members and
decide whether membership is right for you. If you
would like to attend a meeting as a guest then
please complete the feedback form.
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Is
there an
annual fee?
G9 is a not-for-profit organisation.
There are no annual fees, nor is there a management
team looking to make money out of the group. G9
exists solely for the benefit of its members.
There is a £15 meeting charge to cover the cost
refreshments and breakfast.
For business networking in
Hertfordshire, you should try G9. Why not attend our
next meeting as a guest?
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